Removing Deck Paint
Get tips on removing paint from your deck. After removing all the paint from your deck, use an oil-based primer to encourage the …
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Choosing Siding for a Shed4
Learn about choosing siding for a storage shed. Materials like vinyl and T1-11 can protect your shed from weather damage better …
Find the Source of a Leaky Roof
Find out if a periodic leak in your roof is a sign of damage. In some cases, these leaks are caused by wind-driven rain and …
How to Avoid Poison Ivy Exposure
Find out the best way to remove poison ivy from your yard and get tips on how to protect yourself from exposure to this …
Storm Damage Check List, Back Up Power, How to Get Rid of Tough Food Stains and more
Learn exactly what to look for when doing a storm damage check. Discover why back up power is more affordable than ever. Find …
Choosing Efficient Insulation
Get tips on choosing efficient insulation for your home. The amount of years you plan on living in your home can help determine …
Porch Ventilation
Learn about porch ventilation and what type will best suit your porch's roof. The right vents may prolong your roof's lifespan.
Save Money on AC Bills, Energy Efficient Window Information, Storm Ready Toolbox and more6
Discover an easy way to save money on your cooling bills by using a whole house fan to cool your home, learn about the best …
Reduce AC Costs with a Whole-House Fan
Find out how you can reduce your air conditioning costs by strategically using a whole-house fan. Find out how it works and get …
Storm Surge Protection, Front Entry Safety, Indoor Air Quality and more
Discover ways to keep your satellite dish safe and working properly during and after a storm, find out why your front door can …
Porch Repair and Maintenance, Plastic and Composite Alternatives to Wood, Burglar Proof Lighting and more
Learn how to improve your, make needed repairs and maintain your porch for the season. Discover plastic and composite …
Concrete Patio Repair16
Get tips on concrete patio repair. Learn ways to patch cracks in your concrete patio and change the look of your driveway and …
Radiant Heat in your Driveway
Learn about installing radiant heat in your driveway. Find out whether you should have an electric radiant heat system installed …
Cleaning Out your Gutters
Get tips on cleaning out your gutters. Clean your gutters manually or invest in a gutter cleaning robot to get the gunk out of …
Effective Attic Ventilation
Get tips on how to ventilate your attic effectively if one of your electric motors burns out. Attic fans combined with soffit …
Create a Bathtub Splashguard33
Learn how to create an attractive bathtub splashguard. White shelves used for holding soap can be adhered to walls, preventing …
Evening Out Warped Walls
Get tips on evening out warped walls after a flooded foundation. Foundation flooding can cause plaster walls to swell and bow.
Eliminating Mice from your Home5
Get tips on eliminating mice and other rodents from your home. Hiring an exterminator and putting down bait are the first steps …
Recycling a Wood Stove
Learn how you can recycle a wood stove in your home. The wood stove should be able to fit in the space where your fireplace was …
Re-painting Concrete and Block10
Get tips on re-painting block and concrete surfaces. Concrete and block hold a lot of moisture, so painting on a dry day is …
Reduce Moisture in your Crawlspace
Learn how to reduce moisture in your crawlspace. Make sure to snake gutters and downspouts and direct water away from your …
Replacement Windows that Save Energy
Learn about replacement windows that can save you energy. Replacement windows qualify for the federal tax credit if they have a …
Reinforcing Laminate Floors
Learn how to reinforce your laminate floor. Heavy appliances like radiators can sink into the floor without reinforcement and …
Energy-Efficient Replacement Windows
Learn about energy-efficient replacement windows. Find out whether there is a difference between triple or double pane windows …